He was dismissed after a Scotland Yard misconduct panel found his actions had discredited the police service.

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Most members of the police and crime panel which scrutinises her actions said they favoured more powers for PCSOs.

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Last year an official French panel said Madrid's actions had exacerbated the tragedy.

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The tribunal panel said Dr Majeed's actions were "highly inappropriate".

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In July 2011, bizarre and suicidal actions by Loughner while in custody pushed a federal appeals panel to allow authorities to force the defendant to take anti-psychotic medication.

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In July 2011, what officials described as bizarre and suicidal actions by Loughner while in custody pushed a federal appeals panel to allow authorities to force the defendant to take anti-psychotic medication.

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"Mr Griffiths' actions did cause harm to patients over a number of years, " said panel chairman Michael Cann.

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